Objet Offers Printing Optimization for Eden350V and Eden500V

By DE Editors

Objet Geometries Ltd. (Rehovot, Israel) introduced an advanced printing optimization package for its Eden350V and Eden500V 3D ultra-thin layer photopolymer jetting printing systems. The new package, named Optimax, automates resin management, improves resin utilization, reduces the risk of human error in loading and unloading cartridges, and assures model and machine quality on very long runs.

Optimax, which will support all new Eden350V and Eden500V printers and will be available as an upgrade on previously installed Eden V-series machines, comprises three software and hardware modules that ensure optimal-quality printing.

Auto ID is a user-friendly read/write data accessory that automates many aspects of resin handling. Continuously monitoring the model material cartridge inserted in the machine, it automatically identifies the material type and the weight of residual material remaining in the cartridge, in real time.

The Image Processing Engine (IPE) module improves the interaction between the printing system and the material and, using a smart algorithm, creates efficiencies in material consumption of up to 15 percent.

The Built-in-Tests (BIT) module ensures maximum quality, particularly on long jobs, and facilitates in troubleshooting. It activates automated tests to verify the 3D printing system is ready to print at the highest possible quality and it maps and reviews the most vital printing-related tasks, including communication, data card, voltages and temperatures.

In a second announcement, Objet announced that GROWit (Anaheim, CA) purchased a Connex500 3D Printing System, which can print parts and assemblies made of multiple model materials all in a single build. The Connex500 gives GROWit the ability to fabricate composite materials, called "Digital Materials," on-the-fly. For further information on Digital Materials, see DE's online coverage, " Objet Digital Materials Combines Various Mechanical Properties."

For further details, contact Objet.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company's website.